Job Description

Job Summary

The Cyber Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the company's digital assets are protected from unauthorized access. This includes securing both online and on-premise infrastructures, weeding through metrics and data to filter out suspicious activity, and finding and mitigating risks before breaches occur. This position will lead the efforts to any counter attack. Is also responsible for generating reports for IT administrators and business managers to evaluate the efficacy of the security policies in place. They will then help to make the necessary changes for a more secure network and may also create training programs and modules to educate employees and users on proper security protocols. Furthermore, this position is responsible for keeping the company's security systems up to date and creating documentation and planning for all security-related information, including incident response and disaster recovery plans. You will also respond to vendor security questionnaires, perform monitoring and maintenance of the security infrastructure and components, participate in project planning and deployment of new technologies, and will be responsible for remediation of identified compliance and risk gaps. He/she works independently, operating under the defined guidelines established by the Director of Information Technology and Security.

Essential Job Responsibilities

· Monitors security access

· Conducts internal and external security assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis and remediates gaps

· Analyzes security breaches to identify the root causes

· Creates policies and procedures

· Continuously updates the company’s incident response and disaster recovery plans

· Verifies the security of third-party vendors and collaborates with them to meet security requirements

· Installs security measures and operates software

· Upgrades systems to enable security software

· Installs and upgrades antivirus software

· Tests and evaluates new technology

· Analyzes IT requirements and provides objective advice on the use of IT security requirements

· Gathers feedback from end users to continue to improve systems

· Designs, analyzes, and implements efficient IT security systems

· Prepares compliance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data

· Completes logfile review and analysis

· Conducts research to keep abreast of latest security issues

· Ensures system documentation is accurate and updated as needed

· Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred – Professional certifications are an advantage, see below

· 3-5 years of relevant work experience in information security

· Proficient with Windows and/or Linux operating systems

· Experienced in penetration testing and techniques

· Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities

· Understand patch management processes

· Knowledge of firewalls, anti-virus, and IDPS concepts

· Experienced in installing security software and documenting security issues

· Possesses strong technical skills in anti-virus, NGFW, DLP, and PKI

· Experience with CrowdStrike Falcon agent or similar tool (i.e. Carbon Black or Cybereason)

· Solid understanding of networking concepts and system administration

· Experience with Nessus, RSA envision, Splunk, RedHat Linux, and/or database security is a plus

· Experience with SIEM tools (Sumo preferred, but ok with Splunk, LogRhythm, QRadar, etc.)

· Knowledge of data compliance, ITAR, and privacy standards and regulations

· Knowledge of Information Security Standards (ISO27001, NIST 800-171, etc.)

Preferred Skills, Experience, and Certifications

· Self-motivated and self-directed with a strong attention to detail

· Ability to effectively prioritize and execute reporting tasks in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

· Extensive experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment with a diverse team of business and IT staff

· Capable of functioning independently with minimal supervision

· Upholds ethical standards and integrity while supporting organizational goals and values

· Demonstrates a commitment to excellence

· Completes work in a timely manner and consistently meets deadlines

· Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills

· Meets productivity standards and achieves key outcomes

· Highly dependable and keeps commitments

· Contributes to building a positive team spirit and treats others with respect

· CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional

· CompTIA Security+

· Certified Ethical Hacker

· GSEC: SANS GIAC Security Essential

· Proficient with MS Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and use of a PC.

All Job Posting Locations (Location)

Boca Raton, FL and Grand Rapids, MI

Remote Type

Remote

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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